The 20 best beards and 'staches from the annals of athletics

Rollie Fingers, Waxed Handlebar

Rollie Fingers, Waxed Handlebar

Hall of Fame reliever Rollie Fingers originally grew his 'stache after Charles O. Finley offered $300 to whichever Oakland player had the best facial at the end 1972's Spring Training. Fingers easily earned the bonus, and became so dedicated to his trademark handlebars that he decided to retire in 1986 rather than sign with the "clean cut" Cincinnati Reds.